Mcgeary Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcgeary Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 285 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01760 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mcgeary, Clyde Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcgeary Lake Dam?
Mcgeary Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mcgeary Lake Dam?
Mcgeary Lake Dam is owned by Mcgeary, Clyde Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcgeary Lake Dam built?
Mcgeary Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Mcgeary Lake Dam?
Mcgeary Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcgeary Lake Dam?
Mcgeary Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Mcgeary Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcgeary Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.